Is W2 5HW a nice place to live?
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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-09)
2283 crimes recorded
Within roughly a mile of W2 5HW. Most common: Anti-social behaviour.
Anti-social behaviour
441
Violence & sexual offences
398
Drugs
358
Other theft
262
Theft from the person
204
Shoplifting
146
Vehicle crime
131
Burglary
123
Flood risk
Official Environment Agency map for rivers, sea, surface water and groundwater risk near this postcode.
No active flood warnings within ~15km.
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CQC ratings near W2 5HW on Check My GP
Food hygiene ratings
FSA ratings near W2 5HW on Check Food Hygiene
Nearby postcodes
Compare crime and area data a short walk away.